Inter Milan hero Hernan Crespo says Mauro Icardi is underestimated across Europe.

Icardi is set to be handed a new deal.

“After Cristiano Ronaldo and Messi, who are from another planet, Icardi is the striker I like the most. At the age of 24 he is already a champion and can become truly world class," fellow Argentine Crespo told La Gazzetta dello Sport.

“I've been tracking Icardi since he first arrived in Italy. Every year, albeit surrounded by difficulties, he has always made steps forward. That's a sign that we are talking about an intelligent guy. Now he seems mature for the big step up.

“Let's not forget that since he's been playing in Serie A, the only time he failed to reach double figures of goals was in 2013-14. He knows where the goal is.

“Icardi is a complete centre-forward. He can score goals with his right foot, left foot, or his head. In the box he moves like he owns it: darting runs, dummies, sudden changes of pace. All of it is aimed towards creating a goal. He has incredible qualities and on top of that a powerful physique."